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Janice Gauthier Obituary
Janice R.
Janice R. Gauthier of Kenai, Alaska, passed away on June 25, 2013, after a brief illness. She was born December 18, 1945, to Jean and Roman Mielcarek in Toledo, OH where she lived until 1985, when she moved to Folly Beach, South Carolina. In 1993 after a visit to Alaska, she knew that was the place she was meant to be.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Roman and Jean Mielcarek; her husband, Michael Miles, and brother, Tom Mielcarek.
She is survived by sister, Robbi (Gary) Tingstad of Cypress, California; daughter, Beth Spohn of Toledo, Ohio; son, Brian (Rachel) Gauthier of Kasilof, Alaska, and grandson, Jeremy Fofrich of Toledo, Ohio.
There will be a private family service. Donations may be made in her name to the Peninsula Spay/Neuter Fund P.O. Box 1612, Soldotna, Alaska 99669.
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Memories and Condolences
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Mary Wening
June 24, 2021
Still think about you Aunt Jan
Laura Oliver
July 1, 2013
Please know that you all are in my prayers. I have so many fond memories of Jan growing up at the lake!
Kathy Kolasinski - Skrzyniecki
July 1, 2013
Brian, Beth and Robbie,
I have wonderful memories of Jan and you when you lived on Mettler St. in Toledo. May your memories bring you comfort during this time.
June 30, 2013
Brian and Beth and Robbie, I was so sorry to read about Aunt Jan's passing. My prayers are with you. I'm sorry I can't be there for you. Kim (Uncle John Gauthier's daughter.
Mary Wening
June 30, 2013
Beth, Brian & Robbie:
I am so sorry to hear of Aunt Jan's passing. We all had so many good times together. My prayers are with you all.
(John & Jeannine's daughter, Mary)
June 30, 2013
May the arms of God comfort you. Sympathy to the family for the loss of your loved one.
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